"SAN FRANCISCO -- On Nov. 4, California voters will decide on Proposition 50, which would change the state's congressional maps mid-decade. It's a statewide election with national implications. How the Golden State votes will likely impact which party retains control of Congress in 2026 and how Californians are represented in the nation's capital. How did we get here? Prop 50 is part of a larger national election battle."
"If the yes side prevails, the redrawn maps would change the boundaries of several districts, but in particular, five districts where Republicans are currently in power. The redrawn maps would include more registered Democratic voters than previously, in theory making it harder for Republicans to retain power and more likely for Democrats to pick up new seats in Congress."
California voters will decide on Proposition 50 on Nov. 4, which would redraw congressional maps for the 2026, 2028 and 2030 elections and temporarily override the independent redistricting commission. The proposal targets several districts, including five currently held by Republicans, by adding more registered Democratic voters and potentially shifting seats to Democrats. The measure is part of a national strategy of both parties to reshape districts ahead of midterm elections, responding to moves by other states such as Texas. Passage would influence which party controls the U.S. House in 2026 and alter Californian representation in Congress.
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